College Fan Mail After Taking the SAT/ACT

Did you notice that after taking the SAT/ACT that your student has all of a sudden received a ton of fan mail from a variety of colleges and universities? Could it be that he scored so well on the test that schools across the country are courting him? I hate to burst your bubble, but no. The schools don’t all think your child is so incredibly bright they’ll move heaven and earth to count him as a future Alum. It’s marketing. What happened during the SAT/ACT is that your student indicated they wanted to receive information from schools and now you are inundated with college information.

Everything but the kitchen sink

What you do and don’t need to pack for your college dorm

Your dorm will feel about as big as a walk-in closet. It is an age-old fact that you can’t fit the contents of your room at home into your dorm room. And you’ll need to survive a whole school year in this space – probably with a roommate. So it’s worth it to plan ahead and be super smart in your packing.

It seems like there are two types of people: the one who packs like they are headed to Europe for two years and the one who packs like they’re headed to a sleepover. There is a fine balance. This newsletter article will attempt to shed some light.

The Professor’s Road Trip – Reed College

The Professor has landed at his last stop on his road trip at Reed College. This small school of about 1,500 students is located in Portland, Oregon, halfway between Mt. Hood and the Pacific Ocean. Life at Reed includes either a residence hall or living off campus; they do not have a formal Greek System. Student activities and organizations are plentiful and determined by the student body themselves.

Touring College Campuses with ADHD

You’ve done extensive research on the best colleges for your student with ADHD. Now you have a list of schools that seem a great fit on paper. What’s next? Schedule a tour and an overnight stay at each school. To make the most of your time on campus, here’s a list of specific criteria students with ADHD need to consider while touring college campuses:

The Professor’s Road Trip – Champlain College

The College Professor has landed in what the CDC once called the Healthiest City in the U.S: Burlington, Vermont. Champlain College is nestled in the Hill Section of Burlington and offers a one-of-a-kind campus with scenic views of Lake Champlain and a neighborhood of grand homes—several of which were turned into Champlain residence halls, and themed residence options.